1998 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 725 kg more than 1962 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Simca Oceane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | Trans Sport | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |
